Human Resource and Payroll Coordinator

University of Maryland•College Park, MD

23d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resource (HR) and Payroll Coordinator reports directly to the Director of Administrative Services (DAS) in the Office of the President and serves as a key member providing comprehensive human resources, payroll, travel, and administrative support to the department and its reporting units. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the employee lifecycle, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, coordinating travel, and maintaining essential administrative and operational workflows. The incumbent exercises a high degree of confidentiality and independent judgement, particularly when handling sensitive information related to employee relations, labor matters, recruitment, compensation, and benefit. This role requires strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to deliver consistent and responsive service to employees, managers, and University Partners. Through effective communication, policy knowledge, and operational control, the HR and Payroll Coordinator support the efficient functioning of the office and contribute to a positive employee experience. Physical Demands: Work is performed primarily in an office setting with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, typically 8+ hours per day. Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and operating equipment. Occasional movement within and between offices and buildings. Occasionally required to lift, carry, or move items weighing up to 10 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
One (1) year of professional human resources or payroll experience.
Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable human resources related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.
Knowledge of payroll functions.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
Ability to analyze situations and determine the best recourse for response.

Nice To Haves

Higher Education Experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with all constituents of a university community, and understanding of Workday, and knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local government regulations and equal opportunity policies preferred.
Experience with onboarding processes and I-9 compliance
Aptitude for balancing multiple priorities with strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills preferred.
Must be a self-starter, comfortable working in a busy and time deadline-oriented office.
Computer literacy and technical aptitude are preferred.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to operate/work independently